Interview
There should be no clash between culture and politics
Khairul Anam Shakil. A well-known figure in the cultural sphere. He is a singer and teacher. For a long time, he has been involved in Bangladesh’s cultural activities. In recognition of his contributions to music, the Government of Bangladesh awarded him the country's second-highest civilian honor, the Ekushey Padak, in 2019. He spoke to the Views Bangladesh about the cultural movement in Bangladesh, Pohela Boishakh, Chaitra Sankranti, and several related issues. The interview was conducted by Editorial Assistant Shahadat Hossain Touhid.
Speak the truth and demand elections, they label you an Indian agent
Renowned as the "Political Bard," Advocate Fazlur Rahman is a valiant freedom fighter and a former Member of Parliament for Kishoreganj-3. He was the chief of the Mujib Bahini in Kishoreganj district during the Liberation War. Whenever the country, the motherland, or the state faces a crisis, disaster, or turmoil, he emerges as a strong voice of protest. He remains highly vocal against any distortion of history. A steadfast defender of Bangladesh’s independence, sovereignty, and the spirit of the Liberation War, this remarkable figure was born in Koronsi village of Joysiddhi Union under Itna Thana in Kishoreganj district. Currently, he serves as an advisor to the BNP Chairperson.
I want to work till my last breath
Abul Hayat, a name recognized by people all across Bangladesh. He started acting from his school days and continues to act even today. He has been acting for a long 70 years. The journey of our stage plays, radio dramas, television dramas, and films began with him and his friends. He and his contemporaries laid the foundation of our acting industry. At least three generations of Bangladeshis have grown up watching their performances.
One taka selami used to redouble my Eid joy
Dilara Zaman is a renowned actress from Bangladesh, widely recognized by name across the country. For over sixty years, she has been performing on stage and television with great acclaim. She is a pioneer in the country's acting industry, particularly for female artists.
Mole on my cheek was born since ‘Rajmahal’ movie
Rozina (born April 20, 1955) is a heroine of the golden era of Bangladeshi cinema. She became Rozina from Roshan Ara Renu during the era of legendary heroines like Kabori, Shabana, Sucharita, and Babita. When the name Rozina is pronounced, the smile of a sweet girl appears in the eyes of Bangladeshi film lovers. The first thing that catches the eye is the black mole on her cheek. The traditional Bengali womanhood is reflected in her face.
Childhood memories bring Hamza home
On March 25, Bangladesh will face India in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers in Shillong. To participate in this crucial match, Hamza Choudhury, who plays in the English Premier League, is flying from England to Bangladesh on March 17. His arrival has created excitement in the country's football scene, and his ancestral village, Snanghat in Bahubal Upazila, Habiganj, is in a festive mood.
A teacher can never be satisfied with his work
On December 28, 2023, Views Bangladesh was officially launched. On that day, Professor AAMS Arefin Siddique, the former Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka University, announced the launch of Views Bangladesh at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in the capital. As we know, AAMS Arefin Siddique passed away yesterday (Thursday). In his memory, we are re-publishing the interview in a slightly shortened form. Economic writer M A Khaleque and associate editor of Views Bangladesh Girish Goiric interviewed him.
Why is security needed to listen to music?
The popular songs “Ei Padma, Ei Meghna,” “Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi,” “Shomoy Ghele Shadhon Hobe Na,” and “Tomra Bhule Gechho Mallikadir Naam” bring to mind the voice of the legendary singer Farida Parveen, often called the Lalon Kanya". She is renowned for singing Lalon Fakir’s songs. For 54 years, she has been singing Lalon, Nazrul, patriotic, and classical music. In recognition of her significant contribution to music, she has received the Ekushey Padak, the Fukuoka award from Japan (which is known as the Nobel Prize of Asia), and the National Film Award, along with numerous other domestic and international awards.
Marauding economy has led to our moral decline
Advocate Fazlur Rahman, a veteran politician and a valiant freedom fighter, is known as a "charan kobi" (wandering poet) of politics. He is a former Member of Parliament for Kishoreganj-3 and was the chief of the Mujib Bahini in Kishoreganj district during the Liberation War. He has always been a vocal figure against any distortion of history and remains unwavering in his stance on Bangladesh’s independence, sovereignty, and the Liberation War. Born in the village of Karansi in Joysiddhi Union, Itna Thana, Kishoreganj district, he is currently an advisor to the BNP Chairperson. Recently, this esteemed politician sat down with Views Bangladesh for an interview, where he spoke about the Liberation War, pre-independence Bangladesh, politics, the 1969 mass uprising, and contemporary issues. This is the first part of a three-part interview.
Every MP wants to become a Union Parishad chairman
Dr Ainun Nishat, Emeritus Professor, is a water resources and climate change expert and a former Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University. He has worked on various research related to Bangladesh’s water resource management and climate change, and his books have been well-received both domestically and internationally. He has also presented numerous research papers at various conferences. Recently, he spoke with Views Bangladesh about the interim government's reform commission, environmental pollution in Dhaka, environmental and ecological issues, and river problems. The first part of his interview is being published today. The interview was conducted by Views Bangladesh’s Associate Editor, Girish Goiric.
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